Travel Packing Checklist & Travel Year Directory

Finding all the necessary travel clothing, backpacks, footwear, insect repellents etc. can take time. Some shops such as Field and Trek specialise in travel items and can save time as they offer a wide range of goods which may cover all your needs. Ebags is another online shop which has a wide range of travel and outdoor accessories including luggage, backpacks, sporting goods, children's items and many others.

Another consideration in these uncertain times is the frequent travel restrictions imposed from time to time by the Government and airlines. To find the latest information regarding allowable items for travel as well as size and weight of baggage allowed, always check the airlines website or phone their help line.

Especially important is to buy a good strong backpack which will last the journey. It may be tempting to take along everything that you feel may come in handy and end up with an enormous backpack but travelling light has many advantages and most items can be purchased along the way if they are required.

The following is a general list (for both men & women) to get you started and additional items can be added by downloading and printing the First Travel Plan packing checklist:

Passport	Travel wash	Passport photos
Debit & credit cards	Shampoo	Pen & paper
Document copies	Toothpaste & toothbrush	Shoes
Insurance Policy	General toiletries	T-shirts
Flight tickets	Shaving gel or oil	Shorts or skirts
Travellers cheques	Razors	Underwear
Sun lotion / cream	Tissues	Trousers
Insect mosquito repellent	Universal sink plug	Day pack
Hat	Travel towel
Alarm clock	Wallet or purse